BETSIEFEST NW | Good Music + Good People = A Good Time.

OUR CAUSE

Betsiefest is a celebration of life. A time to enjoy family and friends in the presence of amazing music and outdoor fun.

THE STORY

In 2010, the first Betsiefest Northwest was spontaneously held in Scott Shoemaker and Betsie Och's SE Portland backyard. It was a life celebration with live music and an amazing potluck dinner created by the friends and family of Betsie Och to remember their friend's spirit after her tragic battle with cancer. Betsie was a mindful lady who enjoyed music with friends, especially children, and worked hard to take in life's simple pleasures and have fun. Now, ten years later, we aim to include you in the vibe that keeps the spirit strong. The music is still live, the venue is even larger, and the good times are as jamming as ever before at Betsiefest. Join the vibe!

OUR BENEFICIARY: SAUVIE ISLAND CENTER

What started as an intimate life celebration has grown into an intimate, family friendly music festival and opportunity to raise money for the causes we believe in. We are excited to have wonderful a new beneficiary, Sauvie Island Center.

Betsiefest is a FREE event, however we do encourage at least a $25 per adult donation to support our fundraising efforts. Help them educate children about their food, where it comes from and the importance of sustainable farming.

BANDS

Big thanks to all the amazing musicians who have played Betsiefest over the past ten years. Here's your 2019 line-up.

Mountain Honey

http://www.mountainhoneyportland.com

Sweet and golden acoustic music inspired by traditional bluegrass, with driving banjo and high lonesome harmonies. Mountain Honey features Linda Leavitt (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Dee Johnson (vocals, bass), Greg Stone (vocals, guitar) and Mike Stahlman (vocals, banjo).

Glitterfox

http://www.glitterfox.org

Here's how this talented, fun and engaging duo describes themselves, 'Portland, Oregon-based alt-country glam folk. Yea. That sounds about right'. These two are Betsiefest family. We love them dearly and you will too.

Bahttsi

http://www.bahttsi.com

Slamfunkingroovingreengrass Moozik that Swings and Snorts. The GOOM is silent. Bahttsi knows how to bring the folk energy and get people moving. Betsiefest vets, they've made more appearances then any other band.

CoLoSo

http://www.colosoband.com

Collection of Lone Souljahs is just that: a group of talented musicians who met while playing their own individual solo acts in Vancouver, WA. Every CoLoSo show is filled with good times, chill vibes, dancing and happy faces all around. CoLoSo brings the island sunshine to brighten any room, and they never fail to deliver a smile to your face.

JOIN US ON JUNE 29th @ 2:00pm

Betsiefest is a FREE (donation based) family friendly event that embraces a loving, open, and thoughtful spirit. This year we are raising money for Sauvie Island Center

$25/ADULT SUGGESTED DONATION

Make your tax deductible donation online today >>

MUSIC SCHEDULE

2:00pm - Kick-off

3:00 - 4:30pm Mountain Honey

4:30 - 5:00pm Kid's Parade

5:00 - 6:30pm Glitter Fox

7:00 - 8:30pm Bahttsi

9:00 - 11:00pm CoLoSo

CAMPING

Camping Saturday night is encouraged. There is a peaceful field for tent, R.V., van or car camping. $15 dollar donation requested per vehicle.

FOOD

A food truck will be on premise with food for sale in the early evening and in the morning for overnight campers.

PETS

Dogs are welcome but MUST be leashed at all times. This is a working farm, so we need to be protect the resident livestock. Please also clean up after your pet.

DRINKS

Outside alcohol is allowed for guests 21 and over ONLY. Please drink responsibly.

ART

Festival poster art available by donation; intentional creative space in Betsie's memory; dance and movement

ACTIVITIES

We will have a variety of outdoor games, kids crafts and the ever-popular Betsiefest Kid's Parade.

LATE-NIGHT

Want to play an instrument around the fire pit? Bring it! Want to express yourself and be outdoors with wonderful folks? Be our guest. Late night Betsiefesters inevitably bring the party.

Drop us a message

Event Location

Please contact John Gentle with any event questions.

14700 Nw Gillihan Road Portland, OR 97231
503.544.6934
johngentle@mac.com